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On the 5th November 16 people turned up at Ryde Cemetery to join in a Fungi Foray, led by Dr Colin Pope. Because of the rather wet conditions this year it was hoped to see a good variety, and we weren't disappointed.
Mr Roy Purnell was the second son of a former mayor (Ald. James Benham Purnell).
We were pleased to see a good amount of members turn up at the Baptist Church, George Street, on Saturday 5th October, for the RSHG Quarterly Social Morning. Also, two visitors came along to join us.
Mr George Vanner worked for his father driving the horse & carriages before becoming a carpenter.
In August, our busy research team added 25 biographical records to names on the website, including that of Fanny Mason, librarian of 7 Cross Street, Ryde.
Edith was the widow of Mr. Alfred Charles Smith, who was for many years in business as a confectioner in St. John’s Road.
Ten members joined Richard Smout for a butterfly walk on the morning of Tuesday 23rd July.
We were pleased to have many of our members and some visitors, turn up for our Social Morning at the George Street Centre, Ryde, today, Saturday 6 July.
In June, our busy research team added 24 biographical records to names on the website, including that of George Henry Stainer.